# Excelsior Public School

Excelsior Public School is a NSW government primary school in Castle Hill, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 561 (2025)
- **Address**: Rondelay Drive, Castle Hill NSW 2154
- **Phone**: (02) 9634 3774
- **Website**: https://excelsior-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: excelsior-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 47866
- **Established**: 1971-01-01

## About

Excelsior Public School is located in the Hills district of Sydney and is recognised as an integral part of the local community. The school's commitment to achieving high-quality learning outcomes is evident in its focus on the core subjects of literacy and numeracy, alongside a dedication to the arts, personal development, and sports. The school operates on the foundation of its motto, 'High Ideals', which shapes its educational philosophy and planning. Excelsior Public School aims to provide quality education through experienced and dedicated staff in a nurturing environment that fosters values and acknowledges the potential of students, staff, parents, and the broader community.

The school emphasises the importance of partnership between teachers and parents, appreciating the unprecedented support it receives from families and the local community. This collaboration is critical to the school's success, helping students to thrive academically and socially. The recent upgrade to the school facilities reflects ongoing support for public education, allowing it to adapt to the needs of the growing communities in Castle Hill. The school is dedicated to improving educational outcomes and providing a comprehensive, inclusive environment for students to learn, grow and succeed.

## Mission

At Excelsior Public School we are dedicated to providing quality and engaging differentiated teaching and learning programs that foster high ideals, high expectations and high achievement.

Motto: "High Ideals"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 561 |
| 2024 | 582 |
| 2023 | 604 |
| 2022 | 610 |
| 2021 | 613 |
| 2020 | 583 |
| 2019 | 560 |
| 2018 | 541 |
| 2017 | 523 |
| 2016 | 498 |
| 2015 | 468 |
| 2014 | 434 |
| 2013 | 421 |
| 2012 | 400 |
| 2011 | 399 |
| 2010 | 384 |
| 2009 | 364 |
| 2008 | 375 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/47866-excelsior-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.